Ruby Rippey Reveals Details of Affair with Gavin Newsom in Vanity Fair Essay
Ruby Rippey, a former aide to Gavin Newsom, has published an essay in Vanity Fair detailing their affair from over 20 years ago. Rippey, who was Newsom's appointments secretary, describes the affair as a significant event in her life, coinciding with her struggles with alcohol addiction. The affair, which occurred while Newsom was mayor of San Francisco, led to the resignation of her husband, Alex Tourk, who was Newsom's campaign manager. Rippey's essay challenges Newsom's portrayal of the affair in his memoir, highlighting the power dynamics and personal consequences she faced.